Jacqueline C. Rivers

Called to Be Friends, Called to Serve

History & Biography

“Marshall captures the complexity of the relationship between Ahmanson and Perkins: their shared commitments and differing understandings. Their agreement on surprising issues fostered a deep friendship and promoted reciprocal learning where they disagreed. At this time when polarization in the U.S. is so pervasive this story stimulates hope in the power of faith to promote friendship and reconciliation across lines of race and class.”